Typically
every move requires blankets, straps, boxes and packing
materials. Mountain
Moving & Storage provides the following free of
charge:
Blankets
Straps
3 - 5 Wardrobe Boxes (if local move)
3 - 5 Picture Boxes (if local move)
The following packing supplies are available for purchase
from Mountain Moving & Storage: Boxes, Tape,
Pack Paper , Bubblewrap, Wardrobe and Picture Boxes.
Boxes
It
is important to know how many boxes your move will
require, both in terms of obtaining them and budgeting
your time. Using the chart below will help you get
an idea.
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The
Type of Dwelling Approximate Number of Boxes
Ratio
Studio
Apartment: 10 - 20
1 Bedroom Apartment: 20 - 35
2 Bedroom Apartment: 25 - 40
2 Bedroom House: 25 - 45
3 Bedroom House: 30 - 55
4 Bedroom House: 40 - 65
Larger House: 70 plus
Note: The amount/size of your unique belongings
will determine
the final number of boxes you'll require.
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Using
the appropriate box size with the right cushioning
is the best way to prevent breakage. Mountain Moving
& Storage carries a variety of box sizes specifically
suited for a variety of household goods.
Box
Size & Pricing
2
Cubic Feet (For books, records & tools)
$2.50
3 Cubic Feet (For toasters, lamps, pots &
pans) $3.10
4 Cubic Feet (For clothing, lampshades, etc)
$3.75
5 Cubic Feet (For pillows, blankets &
light bulky items) $3.95
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Specialty
Boxes
Wardrobe
Boxes
$18.00
each
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Mirror/Picture
Boxes
$15.00
each
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Dish
Barrels
$8.50
each
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Other
Materials
Tape:
Every box needs to be taped, top and bottom, with
2 - 2 1/2 inch gummed or masking tape to give it
additional strength and prevent opening. You will
need approximately one roll of tape for every 15
to 20 boxes. You can buy the tape from the hardware
store or from Mountain Moving.
Wrapping
Paper: Ordinary newspaper will do fine for this
purpose, but be careful because the print will run.
For items you want to keep clean, you can buy unprinted
white packing paper from Mountain Moving..
Bubblewrap - Bubblewrap is generally used
to wrap fragile items such as figurines, glassware,
crystal etc
Helpful
Hint - Whenever possible use the original packing
materials for your electronics (stereo, computer,
flatscreen TV